Tata Starbucks has announced an exciting career opportunity for the position of Assistant Manager – Demand Planning. The company is looking for professionals with experience in Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Analytics, and Forecasting. If you have strong analytical skills and experience in technology-enabled demand planning, this is an excellent opportunity to join one of India’s leading premium coffee brands.

Job Overview

Particular Details

Company

Tata Starbucks

Job Role

Assistant Manager – Demand Planning

Department

Supply Chain / Demand Planning

Job Type

Full-Time

Experience

3–5 Years

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (MBA Preferred)

Preferred Industry

QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) / Supply Chain

Application Mode

Email

Email ID

careers@tatastarbucks.com

Subject Line

AM Demand Planning – Applicant Name

About Tata Starbucks

Tata Starbucks is a joint venture between Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks Coffee Company. The organization is known for delivering premium coffee experiences while maintaining world-class supply chain and inventory operations. Employees get opportunities to work on innovative projects, continuous learning, and career growth.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should possess:

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related discipline.

MBA is preferred.

3–5 years of experience in Demand Planning and Inventory Management.

Experience with demand planning software, analytics, and dashboard development.

Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will be responsible for:

Developing and maintaining monthly demand forecasts using historical data and statistical models.

Monitoring market trends and forecasting product demand.

Optimizing inventory to reduce stock-outs and excess inventory.

Collaborating with Finance, Operations, Category, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams.

Supporting promotional planning and new product launches.

Participating in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).

Monitoring KPIs including Forecast Accuracy and OTIF.

Maintaining master data and demand planning systems.

Required Technical Skills

Demand Forecasting

Inventory Optimization

Supply Chain Planning

Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)

Data Analytics

Dashboard Development

Statistical Forecasting

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

ERP/Supply Chain Planning Tools

KPI Analysis

Why Join Tata Starbucks?

Work with a globally recognized coffee brand.

Excellent learning and career development opportunities.

Exposure to modern supply chain technologies.

Collaborative work environment.

Opportunity to work on strategic planning and analytics.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply by sending their updated resume to:

Email: careers@tatastarbucks.com

Subject Line: AM Demand Planning – Applicant Name

Ensure your resume highlights your experience in demand forecasting, inventory management, analytics, and supply chain planning.

Important Note

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Keep your resume updated with relevant supply chain experience and technical skills.

Mention the correct subject line while applying.

Technical FAQs

1. What forecasting methods are commonly used in demand planning?

Demand planners use time-series forecasting, moving averages, exponential smoothing, regression analysis, and statistical forecasting models based on historical sales data and market trends.

2. What is S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning)?

S&OP is a business process that aligns sales forecasts, production planning, procurement, inventory, and financial goals to ensure efficient supply chain operations.

3. Which KPIs are important in demand planning?

Important KPIs include Forecast Accuracy, OTIF (On-Time In-Full), Inventory Turnover, Fill Rate, Stock-out Percentage, and Inventory Days of Supply.

4. What software skills are useful for this role?

Knowledge of Advanced Excel, Power BI/Tableau, SAP APO/IBP, Oracle, ERP systems, and demand planning platforms is highly beneficial.

5. How does inventory optimization improve supply chain performance?

Inventory optimization balances stock levels by reducing excess inventory, minimizing stock-outs, improving customer service, lowering storage costs, and increasing overall operational efficiency.